New Mexico Library Association 2026
NMLA 2026 Annual Conference
Libraries in Bloom: From Roots to Results
The New Mexico Library Association 103rd annual conference takes place October 21–23, 2026 at the Las Cruces Convention Center, 680 E University Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88001.
The theme celebrates the ongoing journey of library work—from the core values that ground practitioners to the transformative impact libraries create across communities every day. Like a garden, libraries thrive through continuous care, creativity, and shared effort.
Why attend
- Inspiring keynote and sessions — strategies, creative solutions, and practices from colleagues across the state.
- Networking and community — connect with library workers, advocates, and leaders.
- Professional growth — practical skills and tools to take back to your library.
What to expect
- Pre-conference workshops
- Breakout sessions for public, academic, school, and special libraries
- Exhibitor hall with vendor partners (technology, services, and resources)
- Social events and networking in Las Cruces
- Thursday Awards Ceremony Dinner and Friday Author Luncheon
Registration
Early-bird and regular registration are open on the NMLA site for members, non-members, Thursday-only tickets, and exhibitors. Questions: [email protected] or (505) 400-7309.
Official page: https://nmla.org/page-18184
Register for entry or booths
Venue Map and Hotels Around
Las Cruces - Las Cruces Convention Center, New Mexico, United States